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There Is So Much in My Head

mixed media on canvas
115 × 155 cm
2023

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There are times when I feel overwhelmed and paralysed by my thoughts and emotions. These can be both positive and negative. The negative is usually a crescendo of anxious chatter, whereas a positive feeling would be a swell of excitement and a rush of ecstasy, often following a moment of inspiration.

I want this piece to be a reminder that we share these mental phenomena. We are not alone in feeling what we feel and enjoying the moments of joy in our lives, whilst recognising that each experience shall pass.

The edges of the painting are left loose, and the canvas is left raw to give an unfinished look, reflecting that everyone's life is a work in progress.

    • Original mixed-media artwork on canvas

    • Acrylic, charcoal, woven tapestry and stitched canvas panel

    • Artwork comes unframed

    • Ready to hang

    • Signed by the artist

    • Includes certificate of authenticity

    • One-of-a-kind original artwork

    • Ships securely from the UK

    • Worldwide shipping available

  • Created as a reminder to slow down and reconnect with ourselves, this collection depicts self-reflection, inner stillness, and the complexity of being human.

    By layering portraits, flowers and dreamy textures, each piece invites you to pause and step back from distraction and reconnect with thought, emotion, and the beauty of our inner world.

    Blending the real with the surreal, the work is inspired by mindfulness, human connection, and the strange, hopeful experience of navigating life through the lens of our own minds.

    Designed to bring a sense of calm, curiosity, and reflection into our spaces.

  • This piece was created using acrylic, charcoal, and digitally designed jacquard tapestry on canvas. Layers of painting, drawing, collage, and stitched fabric are combined to create textured surfaces that feel both fragmented and emotionally charged.

    I often tear apart sections of my paintings and stitch them back together using my sewing machine, allowing the work to evolve through layering, reconstruction, and experimentation. The woven tapestry elements are digitally designed by me and produced in collaboration with a weaving studio in the United States.

    My creative process is playful, intuitive, and constantly evolving. I collect images, colours, textures, and symbols that I feel emotionally connected to. I then combine and rearrange them whilst searching for balance within the composition.

    Through repeated layering, reworking, and partial destruction of the surface, the artworks gradually develop a fractured, dreamy appearance.

  • This artwork is sold unframed. The canvas is left raw to give an unfinished look, reflecting that everyone's life is a work in progress.

    If you would like to discuss framing options, please contact me.

  • Most artworks are carefully packaged and shipped within 3–5 working days.

    Please allow up to 4 weeks during busy exhibition periods or for international orders.

    Worldwide shipping available.

    I accept returns if you notify me within 7 days of receiving an artwork. I’m here to help if a piece or frame arrives damaged.

    See full returns info here.

  • Looking for a piece tailored to your space?

    I create a small number of commissioned artworks each year, working closely with collectors to develop thoughtful, personal pieces inspired by colour, atmosphere, and emotional connection.

    Enquire about a custom piece.

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If you'd like additional images, framing advice, or help visualising the piece in your space, drop me a message, and I will answer any questions.

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